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Wesley Matthews out for final preseason game

Portland guard Wesley Matthews experienced an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) Wednesday during practice. Matthews underwent an electrical cardioversion procedure yesterday afternoon and his heartbeat has returned to normal. He did not travel with the team to Oakland and is out for tonight's preseason game at Golden State and is listed day-to-day.

Roster Changes: The Trail Blazers have placed guards Dee Bost and E.J. Singer and forward Richard Howell on waivers, it was announced Tuesday by General Manager Neil Olshey. Bost appeared in four preseason games averaging 3.5 points and 1.8 rebounds, while Singler averaged 1.0 point and 1.0 assist in two appearances and Howell averaged 1.0 rebound and 1.0 assist in one appearance. Portland's roster now stands at 15 players.

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